Most Dense in Western

Top 31 cities ranked by most dense

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All Countries · Gambia · Western

Most Dense — Western

1 Nema Kunku 1,170/mi²

2 Brikama 1,153/mi²

3 Sukuta 500/mi²

4 Faji Kunda 405/mi²

5 Busumbala 255/mi²

6 Welingara 246/mi²

7 Brufut 245/mi²

8 Sanchaba 222/mi²

9 Bakoti 180/mi²

10 Kunkujang 177/mi²

11 Sinchu Alagi 174/mi²

12 Abuko 168/mi²

13 Latri Sabiji 166/mi²

14 Gunjur 127/mi²

15 Yundum 116/mi²

16 Kaimbujae NDing 109/mi²

17 Old Yundum 107/mi²

18 Kerr Serign 102/mi²

19 Tanji 97/mi²

20 Djalabango 97/mi²

21 Mandinari 91/mi²

22 Jamisa 88/mi²

23 Sanyang 84/mi²

24 Kololi 77/mi²

25 Bijilo 73/mi²

26 Sinchu Sorry 68/mi²

27 Banjul NDing 63/mi²

28 Tujering 49/mi²

29 Jambanjali 35/mi²

30 Sifoe 33/mi²

31 Kartung 29/mi²

The most densely populated cities in Western pack the most residents per square mile, creating vibrant urban environments with walkable neighborhoods and extensive public transit. Nema Kunku leads with 1,170 people per square mile.

High population density is often associated with better access to public transportation, more walkable streets, and a wider variety of restaurants, shops, and entertainment options within close proximity. These cities tend to have lower car ownership rates and shorter commute distances.

Dense cities face unique challenges including higher housing costs, limited parking, and potential overcrowding in public spaces. However, they also tend to have lower per-capita carbon footprints due to shared infrastructure and reduced driving.

Did You Know?

1. Nema Kunku has 1,170 people per square mile — that's roughly 2 people per acre.
2. Dense cities tend to have the most walkable neighborhoods and lowest car ownership rates in the country.
3. Urban density can reduce per-capita carbon emissions by up to 50% compared to suburban sprawl.

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